#109 - What is Yours to Carry? {Reflections}

A scoop of creatine goes down the wrong pipe and suddenly there’s panic, coughing, and no air. That small scare becomes the clearest picture of modern life: we’re breathing in more tragedy than our souls can process. Violent headlines, viral clips, and hot takes pile up until anxiety becomes the soundtrack of the day. We don’t just hear about suffering anymore; we watch it in graphic detail, on demand, and often before we’ve even had coffee.

We talk candidly about tragedy overload and the illusion of being everywhere at once. Technology grants a kind of faux omniscience and faux omnipresence, tricking us into thinking every crisis is ours to carry. The result is predictable: dread, helplessness, and compassion fatigue. Instead of hardening our hearts or spiraling deeper, we name a better way to live with wisdom and care. We give permission to set boundaries, release what isn’t ours, and focus on meaningful action close to home. This is not apathy. It’s ordered love.

You’ll hear four simple, protective practices that make a real difference: unplug with intention, refuse graphic videos you can’t unsee, go outside and reset your body, and ask God to reveal what is actually yours to carry. From there, we move from global doomscrolling to local presence—serving neighbors, showing up for our communities, and trusting God with the rest. If the constant feed has left you tired and tight-chested, this conversation offers breathing room, grounded faith, and a path back to peace.

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